Systematic

Definition

Systematic refers to a methodical, organized, or structured approach or process characterized by order and planning.

Parts of Speech

• Adjective

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˌsɪstəˈmætɪk/
• Respelling: sis-tuh-MAT-ik (with "sis" as in "sister," "tuh" as a schwa sound like the 'a' in "sofa," "MAT" as in "mat," and "ik" as in "pick")

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˌsɪstɪˈmætɪk/
• Respelling: sis-ti-MAT-ik (similar to American English, with "sis" as in "sister," "ti" as in "bit," "MAT" like in "mat," and "ik" as in "pick")

In both dialects, "systematic" is pronounced with the primary stress on the "MAT" syllable. The word starts with "sis," followed by a schwa sound "tuh" in American English or a short "i" sound "ti" in British English, and ends with "MAT-ik," consistent across both accents.

Etymology

The term "systematic" originates from the Late Latin word "systematicus," which is derived from Greek "sustēmatikos," from "sustēma" meaning system + "-tikos" which denotes pertaining to.

Derivatives

• Systematically (adverb)
• Systematize (verb)
• Systematization (noun)
• Systematicity (noun)
• Systematism (noun)

Synonyms

• Methodical
• Organized
• Structured

Antonyms

• Haphazard
• Disorganized
• Chaotic

Usage

The term "systematic" is often used to describe a well-ordered, planned, or organized process or approach in a variety of fields such as science, research, management, and education.

Related Terms

• Systemic
• Systemization
• Methodology

Detailed Definition

Adjective

• General Usage: Characterized by a methodical or organized structure or approach.
• Example: The project was completed in a systematic manner ensuring all steps were followed as planned.

• Scientific Usage: Pertaining to or employing a systematic method or arrangement; often used to describe a comprehensive, comparative, or analytical approach.
• Example: Systematic review, a type of literature review that employs systematic methods to collect secondary data, critically appraise research studies, and synthesize studies.

• Educational Usage: Of or relating to the systematic instruction or training in a subject.
• Example: Systematic instruction involves carefully sequenced steps that progressively build towards the desired learning outcomes.